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Quick Mediterranean Baked Feta with Chickpeas

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A flavorful and healthy dish featuring baked feta with chickpeas, perfect for a quick meal or gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 bunch Swiss chard, stems and leaves divided
  • 1 onion, cut into wedges
  • 6 garlic cloves, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1/4 cup harissa paste
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3 cups chickpeas (or 2 15-ounce cans, drained and rinsed)
  • 8 ounces feta, cut into large squares
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Roughly chop the chard leaves and set aside. Cut the chard stems into 1-inch pieces and place them on a sheet pan with the onion wedges and sliced garlic.
  3. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, adding salt and pepper. Bake for about 10 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together harissa paste, tomato paste, water, lemon juice, maple syrup, and smoked paprika. Toss in chickpeas to coat.
  5. Remove the sheet pan from the oven and scatter chopped chard leaves on top. Drizzle with remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  6. Evenly distribute the chickpea mixture over the chard and nestle the feta among the chickpeas, ensuring it is coated in the sauce.
  7. Bake for another 15-20 minutes. Optionally, broil for a few minutes for extra color, watching closely to avoid burning.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with Aleppo pepper or red pepper flakes and chopped parsley.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.

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